What We Do
CYC proactively works with business owners to implement real changes, partnering with women or minority-owned small businesses and nonprofits in our community! Our aim is to provide access to the resources we have as Cornell students, by providing pro-bono consulting services for small business owners.
Our services include:
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Market Entry
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Customer Acquisition
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Digital Marketing
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Pricing Strategy
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Customer Engagement
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Cost Reduction
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Product Development
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Online Sales
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Market Research
... and more, depending on your business goals. We'll meet you where you're at!
Our Model
COMPONENTS
Our teams are staffed with 4-6 analysts and led by an experienced Engagement Manager. Our projects typically last 3-5 months, depending on your business needs.
COMMUNICATION
We emphasize check-in meetings with our clients to ensure that we’re on the same page and address your business goals!
SUPPORT
With a strong alumni network, we ensure that they are supported by a dedicated group of faculty advisors, graduate students, and experienced professionals.
Hear From Our Clients!
Autumn's Harvest Farm (2024)
This season, we had the pleasure of working with Consult Your Community and our experience was outstanding. The students brought fresh perspectives, actionable insights, and a genuine commitment to helping us grow.
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We were especially impressed by the quality of their presentations and how well they tailored their recommendations to our specific needs. Their suggestions were practical and realistic, making it easy for us to start implementing changes right away.​ The CYC team provided us with the tools and ideas we needed to plan for the future while respecting our time and resources. We’re already testing some of their recommendations and are excited about the possibilities.
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We highly recommend CYC to other small businesses looking for thoughtful and innovative support.